ST LUCIE, HABITAT FOR HUMANITY, ANNUAL ST PATRICK’S DAY GALA PRESENTED BY BARON REALTY A HUGE SUCCESS.
Article by Chris Robertson, Photos by MaryAnn Ketcham
FORT PIERCE, FL, March 15, 2024– St. Lucie Habitat for Humanity, with the support of Baron Realty, organized its 2nd Annual St. Patrick's Day Gala at the Pelican Yacht Club in Fort Pierce. The funds raised from the event will benefit families in St. Lucie County by providing affordable housing. The mission of St. Lucie Habitat for Humanity is to put God's love into action by building homes, communities, and hope.
"The St. Lucie Habitat for Humanity St. Patrick's Day Gala has become a signature event in the community, allowing us to give back to our local families," said Chris Robertson, Development Director with St. Lucie Habitat for Humanity. "We are grateful for our partnership with Baron Real Estate, our Title Sponsor, and all our sponsors. Their kind hearts and philanthropic efforts enable us to continue this magical event."
The event was sponsored by several companies, including Baron Real Estate, NUCO2, Realtors of Broward, Palm Beaches, St. Lucie, Web Suited, Ohle & Ohle, Seacoast Bank, Integcrete, Hannan Environmental, RK Davis Construction, The Electric Bike Shop, Flavored Fork, Tutto Fresco, and Minuteman Press and the evening featured a vast silent auction, live auction, a Champagne Diamond Drawing donated by G Allen Jewels, and more. The live auction included a trip to Martha Vineyard, Private Chef Dinners, two electric bikes, and other exciting items.
"The community came together to make this event a success, with great food prepared by the staff at Pelican Yacht Club. Our generous community donated all the silent and live auction items," said Bob Calhoun, Executive Director of St. Lucie Habitat for Humanity. "Many of our future homebuyers are struggling, and our wonderful donors continue to be the unsung heroes for these families and give them a truly wonderful holiday."
St. Lucie Habitat for Humanity has served the community of St. Lucie County for over 28 years. To learn more about the organization, please visit their website at www.stluciehabitat.org/events or contact Chris Robertson at 772-464-1117 or email [email protected].
